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The Ringer F1 Show
Belgian Grand Prix Recap
Jul 29, 2024
George Russell, a talented F1 driver recently disqualified for weight issues, shares insights on his impressive one-stop strategy during the Belgian Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton, who claimed victory in the wake of Russell's disqualification, reflects on the competitive dynamics. Sergio Pérez discusses his uncertain future with Red Bull amid potential changes. The trio also dives into team performance, speculating on the fastest car, management shake-ups at Alpine, and driver movements, including Carlos Sainz's transition to Williams.
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- Lewis Hamilton's victory arose from George Russell's disqualification due to an underweight car, highlighting accountability within the Mercedes team.
- Russell's bold one-stop race strategy sparked debate over driver autonomy versus team protocols, reflecting complex intra-team dynamics at Mercedes.
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Lewis Hamilton's Controversial Victory
Lewis Hamilton secured a remarkable victory at the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix following a dramatic disqualification of his teammate George Russell. Russell initially finished the race in second but faced disqualification due to his Mercedes car being found 1.5 kilograms underweight after the FIA's inspections. The incident raised concerns within the team, as Mercedes launched an investigation, with team principal Toto Wolff emphasizing the need for accountability. This disqualification marked the first time a winner has been disqualified for weight infractions since 2006, highlighting the severity of the situation and challenging the team's image.
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